The Bar-tailed trogon in the canopy of trees
Trogons are colorful birds and yet difficult to spot in the canopy of trees. We had to roam the Panama jungle for a long time before we saw a mountain trogon.
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Latin description
Trogon mexicanus
The Mountain Trogon (Trogon mexicanus) is a captivating species of trogon native to the mountain forests of Mexico and Central America. With its colorful plumage of green, red, and yellow, and its calm demeanor, it is a highlight for birdwatchers. Mountain Trogons provide spectacular photography opportunities in their natural habitat.